confusing Meaning & Definition
What Does Confusing Mean?
As an adjective, confusing means difficult to understand; not clear as lacking order, chaotic, etc. As a verb, it means present participle and gerund of confuse. As a verb, it means To puzzle, perplex, baffle, bewilder (somebody).
Confusing in Brief
| Part of speech | adjective, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //kənˈfjuːzɪŋ// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | perplexing, unclear and puzzling |
| Comparative / superlative | more confusing, most confusing |
Confusing Definition (Adjective)
- difficult to understand; not clear as lacking order, chaotic, etc.
Several sections in that book are really confusing.
Confusing as a Verb
- present participle and gerund of confuse
Verb
- To puzzle, perplex, baffle, bewilder (somebody).
- To mix up, muddle up (one thing with another); to mistake (one thing for another).
- To mix thoroughly; to confound; to disorder.
- To make uneasy and ashamed; to embarrass.
- To rout; discomfit.
- To be confused.
Synonyms of Confusing
Antonyms of Confusing
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Confusing in a Sentence
Several sections in that book are really confusing.
Word Forms & Grammar
confusing (comparative more confusing, superlative most confusing)
confusing
Words That Rhyme With Confusing
Pronouncing Confusing
The standard pronunciation of confusing is //kənˈfjuːzɪŋ//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Confusing
Is confusing an adjective or a verb?
Confusing is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for confusing?
Words with a similar meaning to confusing include perplexing, unclear and puzzling. See the full list of confusing synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of confusing?
The comparative form is more confusing and the superlative form is most confusing.